Slapend varken, mannenkoppen en een vrouwenkop 1864 - 1868

"Slapend varken, mannenkoppen en een vrouwenkop" is a sketch by Johannes Tavenraat created between 1864 and 1868, now housed in the Rijksmuseum. The artwork features a sleeping pig in the center and surrounding it are a series of quick sketches of human heads, both male and female, drawn with a pen and ink on paper. The composition is an example of Tavenraat's work in the realm of figure drawing and sketching, capturing the essence of his subjects with expressive strokes. The use of ink creates a dynamic and lively effect, highlighting the artist's focus on capturing fleeting moments and exploring the human form.